Basic Law: Entry, Immigration and Status in Israel Bill
Translated from Hebrew: הצעת חוק-יסוד: כניסה, הגירה ומעמד בישראל
TL;DRA Basic Law bill setting fundamental principles concerning entry, immigration and status in Israel, including annual quotas and restrictions on foreign nationals.
Translated from Hebrew
What does the bill do?
The bill defines Israel as the nation-state of the Jewish people and open to Jewish immigration. It provides that entry and immigration policy will be set by law, with the granting of status in Israel carried out according to an annual quota to be set by the government with the approval of the Knesset. The bill restricts the right of those who are not citizens or residents to file petitions to the court on matters of entry, and will set provisions for removing illegal residents and preventing entry for nationals of certain countries. It also provides that the fundamental provisions cannot be changed except by a majority of MKs.
The votes on this bill
Coalition 68 seats
Left the coalition 8 seats
Opposition 44 seats
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